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Friday briefing: Burnham​ passes first test as Labour heads off Green challenge
Labour won the Holborn and St Pancras byelection with candidate Sagal Abdi-Wali receiving 12,292 votes, defeating Green party leader Zack Polanski’s 8,928 votes in a contest called after former PM Keir Starmer’s resignation.
Starlink: Why Elon Musk is taking on Mukesh Ambani and Jio over satellite internet
Elon Musk has questioned whether Mukesh Ambani is the “real boss of India” as Starlink seeks final approval to launch satellite internet services in the country, accusing powerful business interests of blocking the venture.
Neha Bora: India’s feisty Gen Z protester who is taking on Modi
Neha Bora, a 29-year-old PhD student and Left-wing activist, has become a prominent face of India’s Gen Z protest movement, gaining viral attention for confrontations with police during demonstrations against electoral reforms.
Republican congressman tries to outrun a potential blue wave in New York toss-up seat
Rep. Mike Lawler, a two-term Republican, faces a competitive reelection challenge in New York’s 17th congressional district, a toss-up seat that could determine House control.
ChatGPT for Teens has special safeguards. A watchdog group finds most don’t work
Common Sense Media’s research found that ChatGPT for Teens, launched in August, failed most of its safety tests, prompting the watchdog group to recommend that people under 18 avoid using the platform.
In Central African Republic, deported immigrants find themselves in limbo
Over 25,000 immigrants have been deported by the Trump administration to countries where they have no ties, leaving them in legal limbo with uncertain futures and restricted movement.
Russian nuclear-capable bomber plane crashes, killing six people
A Russian Tu-95 nuclear-capable bomber crashed during a training flight in the Amur region, killing at least six crew members and injuring one, according to the Ministry of Defence.
‘New path’: UK’s Burnham promises huge expansion of public services
UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham promised major expansions of public services including healthcare, housing, and utilities during his first Labour conference speech, vowing to put Britain on a new path of equitable growth.
Ethiopia blames regional rivals as risk of conflict spillover rises
Ethiopia’s government accuses Eritrea, Sudan and Egypt of backing armed opposition groups as renewed fighting spreads across northern regions, raising concerns about potential regional conflict spillover.
Lindsay Clancy appears in court as her lawyer pushes for murder case to be dismissed
Lindsay Clancy appeared in court Tuesday as her defense team sought dismissal of murder charges in the deaths of her three children, with prosecutors arguing they presented sufficient evidence of guilt.
Knife-wielding schoolboy kills teacher, injures two in Slovakia
A 13-year-old student stabbed a 61-year-old teacher to death in northwestern Slovakia on Tuesday, also injuring two others. The boy was arrested and is being investigated for premeditated murder.
Stuck between superpowers: How Australia navigates the China-US rivalry
Australia deepens military ties with the US while maintaining crucial trade relationships with China, navigating tensions between its security ally and largest economic partner amid rising geopolitical competition.
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Democratic candidates grapple with past stances on defunding the police ahead of key midterm races
Democratic candidates nationwide are addressing previous positions supporting police defunding, a stance from 2020 protests that party leaders worry could damage midterm election prospects.
Top Democrats accuse Republicans of becoming ‘gelatinous blobs’ on Iran war
Senior Democrats accused Republicans of abdicating congressional authority on war powers, describing them as unwilling to challenge Trump’s military operations against Iran.
Immigration crackdown threatens Haitian caregivers and the seniors who rely on them
A Supreme Court ruling allowing the Trump administration to end temporary protected status for hundreds of thousands of immigrants threatens to disrupt care for elderly and disabled Americans who rely on these workers.
Loss of work authorization sows confusion for thousands of Haitian immigrants and their US employers
Thousands of Haitian immigrants lost work authorization after the Trump administration ended Temporary Protected Status, creating confusion for employers and workers across industries including hospitality and healthcare.
How views on Trump’s handling of Iran have shifted, according to a new AP-NORC poll
A new AP-NORC poll shows most Americans disapprove of the Iran war, with President Trump’s approval rating on the conflict falling to 28% as support declines even among Republicans.
Let them eat SUVs: Trump White House orders fleet of luxury cars as Americans struggle
The White House announced orders for 250 Cadillac Escalades costing over $22 million as Americans face rising gas prices, mortgage rates, and economic strain from an ongoing Iran conflict.
Mayor of St Paul reportedly under investigation for sexual harassment
St. Paul Mayor Kaohly Her faces a sexual harassment investigation initiated by the police chief through an outside law firm contracted by city leaders.
Senate committee advances nomination of Dr. Erica Schwartz to be Trump’s CDC director
A Senate committee advanced Dr. Erica Schwartz’s nomination as CDC director, with supporters saying she can withstand political pressure while critics worry about her commitment to scientific independence.
Long-dormant court holds its first public hearing as the US seeks to deport an Afghan woman
The Trump administration activated a dormant deportation court to pursue removal of an Afghan woman alleged to be an Islamic State supporter, with her attorney arguing the case violates constitutional rights.
Republican congressman Max Miller faces backlash over domestic abuse allegations
Ohio Republican congressman Max Miller faces calls to resign following domestic abuse allegations from his ex-wife and former girlfriend, which he has denied.
Appeals court rejects the Trump administration’s expansion of mandatory detention for immigrants
A federal appeals court rejected the Trump administration’s expansion of mandatory detention for immigrants, ruling they must be given a chance for release on bond.
Mandela Barnes drops out of the Democratic primary for Wisconsin governor
Former Wisconsin Lt. Gov. Mandela Barnes withdrew from the Democratic primary for governor on Thursday, less than two weeks before the primary election, citing a Marquette poll showing strong support for rival Francesca Hong.
New survey reveals fears of US farm workers amid Trump’s immigration raids
A survey of 2,250 farm workers shows 92% report that immigration raids and deportations have affected their employment, with 90% expressing fears of family separation under the Trump administration’s enforcement actions.
US blocks Iranian missile barrage as pause in fighting falters | First Thing
The US military intercepted Iranian ballistic missiles launched at forces in the Middle East, marking an end to a brief pause in fighting. The attack occurred as Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu visited Washington for meetings with Trump.
Investigators in James Comey seashells case omitted key facts, defense lawyers allege
James Comey’s lawyers allege federal prosecutors withheld key evidence and made false statements in their case charging him with threatening President Trump through a seashells social media post.
Trump and DOJ ask Supreme Court to toss $83 million defamation verdict in E. Jean Carroll case
President Trump and the Justice Department are asking the Supreme Court to overturn an $83 million defamation verdict awarded to writer E. Jean Carroll after she accused him of sexual assault.
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Burnham pledges extra £210m towards regenerating boarded-up high streets
The UK government announced £210m in funding to regenerate struggling high streets by converting vacant shops and buildings into community spaces, shared workspaces, and cafes.
Coca-Cola hires Rob Gehring from Monster Energy to run its North American operations
Coca-Cola appoints Rob Gehring, former head of Monster Energy’s Americas business, to lead its North American operations starting December 1, 2026.
Here’s exactly what Paramount promised Hollywood to land WBD — and why some are still skeptical
Paramount has pledged to release at least 30 films annually through 2028 and 32 films through 2031 following its acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery, though questions persist about film quality and sustainability.
‘I felt shame’: former BA worker locked in legal battle after losing job of 30 years
A former British Airways cabin crew member of 30 years is pursuing legal action against the airline after being dismissed during pandemic-related job cuts, claiming unfair dismissal and underpayment of holiday entitlements.
Wendy’s franchisee files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection as burger chain struggles
Meritage Hospitality, a major Wendy’s franchisee operating 314 restaurants, filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy as the burger chain faces sustained sales declines and value-conscious consumers.
Auto industry urges Trump to bar Chinese automakers in U.S. ahead of Xi visit
Major U.S. automakers and dealers urge President Trump to maintain barriers against Chinese automakers entering the domestic market, citing threats to the nation’s advanced manufacturing and defense capabilities.
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Matt Mullenweg returns as Automattic CEO two days after getting booted
Matt Mullenweg has been reinstated as CEO of Automattic after a two-day paid leave, with the board reversing its earlier decision to place him on leave and appoint CFO Mark Davies as interim CEO.
Deepfakes are wrecking influencers’ credibility, one fake ad at a time
Influencers face a growing threat from deepfake advertisements using their likenesses without permission, damaging their credibility and brand value as AI makes impersonation easier and more convincing.
Trump is giving data centers a pass to pollute
Trump’s administration is rolling back environmental regulations to accelerate AI data center construction, raising health risks according to former EPA officials who released a critical report this week.
LG responds to TV spying allegations
LG denies allegations that its TVs continuously record and transmit user conversations, claiming wake-word detection is processed locally and data collection features are optional.
Claude, Codex, and Hermes installed unowned code inside corporate networks
Researchers found over 100 websites with misconfigured files containing install commands pointing to non-existent code packages, leading AI agents including Claude and Codex to automatically execute unverified instructions within corporate networks.
Authorities arrest 2 alleged members of prolific hacking group TeamPCP
Australian authorities arrested two alleged members of TeamPCP, a hacking group responsible for compromising more than 1,000 organizations through supply-chain attacks involving malware-infected open source software.
Think twice before installing this device promising free movies
Security researchers warn that streaming devices offering free movies often serve as residential proxy networks, creating security vulnerabilities that allow malware installation and cybercriminal access to home connections.
Once popular for attacking AI, ASCII smuggling is embraced by spammers
Spammers are increasingly using ASCII smuggling, a technique that embeds invisible Unicode characters to evade email filters designed to detect spam and malicious content.
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UK risks running out of gas by 2030s, ministers told
Britain faces potential gas shortages by the 2030s without urgent government action, officials warn, despite growing renewable energy capacity and declining North Sea reserves.
Scania Launches New Electric Truck In Red Hot European Market
Scania introduced a new battery electric truck with 720-kilometer range in Europe this week, as multiple automakers advance electrification technologies for long-haul trucking amid charging infrastructure challenges.
Can The Power Grid Handle AI And Wildfires At The Same Time?
Federal regulators ordered utilities to develop reliability standards for AI data centers by year-end, as power demand from computing facilities threatens to double while wildfire liability risks mount for grid operators.
Saudi Oil Crisis Deepens as Aramco Suspends Yanbu Loadings
Saudi Arabia suspends oil loadings from its Red Sea port of Yanbu after halting its East-West pipeline due to regional attacks, sending Brent crude back to $108 per barrel and exacerbating supply constraints across Asia.
UK Trying to Advance Hydrogen Aviation. Likelihood by 2050 is still under 1%
The UK is advancing hydrogen aviation technology, but analysis suggests the likelihood of viable hydrogen passenger aircraft by 2050 remains below 1% when accounting for aircraft design, certification, airport infrastructure, and fleet-scale requirements.
Texas Pumped Over a Quarter of All U.S. Natural Gas in 2025
Texas accounted for 28.5% of U.S. gross natural gas withdrawals in 2025, totaling 13,603 billion cubic feet, with Pennsylvania and Appalachian states comprising the nation’s other major production hub.
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Almost every shallow-water coral reef on the planet faces ecosystem collapse by 2075, UN advisors say
Nearly all shallow-water coral reefs globally, including the Great Barrier Reef, face ecosystem collapse by 2075 due to global heating, according to UN nature advisers, though rapid climate action could still allow recovery.
After record heat, could the Atlantic make Britain’s weather even more extreme?
Scientists are monitoring whether the Atlantic’s ocean circulation system could weaken or collapse due to warming, potentially causing extreme weather swings and colder winters across Britain and Europe despite global warming.
Education In The News
Young people ‘expected’ to engage with new work support, says McFadden
Work and Pensions Secretary Pat McFadden announced a £4,500 annual bursary for parents whose children start apprenticeships, conditioning support on young people’s active engagement with work programs.
Andy Burnham’s plans for technical education build on coalition’s UTC roots
England’s new prime minister Andy Burnham is advancing plans to elevate technical and vocational education alongside academic routes, building on university technical colleges introduced by the coalition government in 2010.
Many game sites evade school web filters
School web filters fail to block many games accessible to elementary students, with some websites actively advertising methods to circumvent security measures designed to protect children.
States Start to Crack Down on 4-Day School Weeks
States are increasingly restricting four-day school weeks through new regulations and requirements, amid growing adoption of the shortened schedules in rural districts nationwide.
A New Tool Can Predict Absenteeism—Before It’s Chronic
Researchers have developed a new tool that predicts student absenteeism risk before the school year starts, using past attendance patterns to help districts intervene early and prevent chronic absences.
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